Bittensor Trading Engineer

At Yuma, we are on a mission to drive positive economic and societal change by revolutionizing the way the world connects through decentralized intelligence. Yuma exists to champion development on Bittensor, an ecosystem that empowers brilliant minds and democratizes access to advanced computing and intelligence. Together we are cultivating a space where innovation thrives, ideas are rewarded, and cutting-edge technology becomes accessible to everyone.

As a proud subsidiary of DCG, a global investor, builder, and incubator, we have the backing and resources to empower the next generation of visionaries. Our role is clear: to support and nurture transformative teams at the critical early stages of development. By removing barriers and providing the tools needed to succeed, we’re ensuring that the AI revolution is not just for a select few but for the visionaries shaping our shared future.

DESCRIPTION:

As a Bittensor Trading Engineer, you will be a critical member of the Yuma investment team and at the forefront of trading and portfolio execution within the Bittensor ecosystem. You will actively manage and optimize on-chain trading strategies across tokens. This role uniquely combines quantitative investment expertise with hands-on coding skills, allowing you to build, deploy, and oversee algorithmic trading models that maximize returns within the Dynamic TAO (DTAO) framework.

You will work closely with the Yuma Investment Lead to translate investment strategy into code, ensuring effective trade execution, liquidity optimization, and risk management. You will leverage smart contract interactions, trading bots, and automated portfolio rebalancing techniques to maintain a high-performing, data-driven investment approach.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Algorithmic Trading & Execution

• Write, manage, and oversee the execution of dynamic TAO trading strategies across a portfolio of tokens.
• Develop, deploy, and optimize algorithmic trading scripts to automate trading decisions and portfolio rebalancing.
• Implement and maintain smart contract integrations for automated trade execution, staking, and liquidity provisioning.
• Monitor on-chain order flow, token velocity, and market signals to adjust trading strategies in real time.
• Ensure efficient execution of staking, validator participation, and yield-maximizing strategies.

Portfolio Construction & Investment Strategy

• Work closely with the Yuma Investment Lead to execute on-chain portfolio construction decisions.
• Analyze liquidity, slippage, and order book depth to optimize trade execution across multiple subnet tokens.
• Utilize quantitative and statistical models to assess risk-adjusted returns and improve trade execution strategies.
• Implement risk management frameworks, including dynamic hedging strategies and portfolio optimization techniques.
• Develop custom dashboards and trading analytics tools to monitor portfolio performance, P&L, and market impact.

Research & Market Intelligence

• Conduct deep technical and economic research on Bittensor, TAO, and subnet token markets.
• Assess tokenomics models, staking incentives, and liquidity incentives for investment opportunities.
• Track on-chain metrics and market data using Dune Analytics, Nansen, or custom-built data pipelines.
• Identify emerging trends in decentralized AI, validator economies, and subnet activity that influence investment decisions.
• Stay ahead of regulatory developments, smart contract risks, and security vulnerabilities in automated trading systems.

Technical & Risk Management

• Ensure trade execution reliability and efficiency, maintaining uptime and accuracy in automated systems.
• Implement automated risk controls, including circuit breakers, position limits, and execution safeguards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to optimize system architecture, API integrations, and decentralized execution pipelines.
• Stay ahead of Bittensor subnet developments, ensuring trading strategies remain adaptive and competitive.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in coding languages: Python, Rust, Solidity, SQL, or other relevant programming languages for on-chain trading execution.
• Experience in developing trading algorithms, automated execution strategies, or DeFi smart contract interactions.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, validator dynamics, and decentralized exchanges (DEXs).
• Hands-on experience with smart contract interactions, oracles, and automated trading bots. Technical fluency in smart contract interactions, blockchain data, and automated trading mechanisms (Python, SQL, Solidity preferred).
• Deep understanding of tokenomics, staking incentives, validator economics, and liquidity provisioning.
• Experience in on-chain financial modeling, risk assessment, and portfolio optimization.
• Strong ability to translate investment theses into executable, algorithmic trading strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in digital asset trading, quantitative finance, hedge funds, or crypto investment strategies. Familiarity with staking-as-a-service, perpetual futures, structured DeFi products, and liquidity mining strategies.
• Experience with Bittensor, TAO, and subnet token staking mechanisms.
• Understanding of DeFi, perpetual futures, options trading, and structured crypto products.
• Prior experience developing algorithmic trading models for digital asset hedge funds or quant desks.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• An opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, cutting-edge environment at a rapidly scaling company led by experienced industry leaders
• An innovative learning environment where you can immerse yourself in the latest technologies, contribute to building a transformative new industry, and make a meaningful impact.
• Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
• Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off - work with your leader to take time off when you need it
• Professional development budget with flexibility for personal and professional growth
• Outstanding health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401K plan with company contribution
• Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
• Paid parental leave

ABOUT YUMA:

At Yuma our mission is to create positive economic and societal change by connecting transformative ideas to decentralized intelligence.

Yuma exists to support and encourage development on Bittensor – an ecosystem that rewards our brightest minds and opens access to advanced computing and intelligence. We support promising teams at critical early stages of development, enabling world changing innovations to get off the ground and ensuring the AI revolution is accessible to the next generation of visionaries shaping our world.

Yuma is a subsidiary of DCG, a global investor, builder and incubator.

Yuma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors protected under federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.